A SCHOOLGIRL tennis player from Ainsdale had the thrill of a lifetime when she met US Open champion and Olympic gold medallist Andy Murray.

Sarah Glover, 12, was taking part in the LTA under-14s girls event at the National Tennis Centre in London where Murray trains.

And as well as meeting the player who last month became the first British man to win a grand slam singles title since the 1930s, Sarah was also fortunate to watch the Scottish-born star complete a training session.

Sarah is highly ranked within Lancashire, is a member of Southport Argyle LTC and trains at South Ribble Tennis Centre and Bolton Arena.